Marine Surveyor

About the Company

Flinders Port Holdings is South Australia's leading Port services group with assets and operations across South Australia. Through integrated stevedoring, infrastructure and logistics services, we connect South Australian businesses to each other and to the world. 

With over 700 employees across the State, we are a diverse and dynamic organisation, committed to delivering the highest quality port and supply chain services.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager Port Operations, the Marine Surveyor will join an existing team and is responsible for conducting vessel and barge surveys, Inner Harbor and Outer Harbor surveys, mooring and load planning, overseeing the transshipment operations in Adelaide as well as regional ports Terminal Ship Loading operations (Loadmaster responsibilities) at Times. You will also be responsible for the distribution of survey reports to clients, performing Ship Loading activities and assisting staff at each location. Although the role is based in Adelaide, the role is required to provide relief coverage and carry out duties when necessary in the regional ports.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience in conducting draft surveys and coordinating the functions of personnel engaged in marine activities. You will have Chief Officer's Certificate or Deck Officer's Certificate as well as Tanker vessel operations experience.

Knowledge of the Dangerous Substances Act, Work Health and Safety and Welfare Act, 1986, Harbors and Navigation Act and Regulations, 1993 and Regional Port Infrastructure Assets will be desirable.

The ideal candidate will live by our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Respect and Dignity, and be a dynamic problem solver with strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a self-motivated disciplined approach. You will have an ability to understand and interpret legislation, write clear, concise reports and plan and organise the work of the section to meet the needs of the business.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Current driver's license
• VHF Marine Radio Certificate (SROCP)
• Draft Survey Certified
• Tanker vessel operations experience
• Sound knowledge of shipping operations and general port requirements
• Competent swimming ability

Desirable:

• Supervisory Training
• Risk and Hazard management training
• Experience conducting Marine Surveys and interpreting load plans

Benefits

Flinders Port Holdings know that people are central to everything that we do. A career with us includes:

• Paid parental leave, up to 16 weeks for primary carers and 8 weeks for non-primary carers including superannuation guarantee on base wages (pro rata for part time employees) whilst on parental leave.
• Ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks of annual leave per annum
• Up to 8 paid hours per annum to volunteer with a registered charity
• Up to 3 days per annum of Cultural Leave for First Nations employees
• $299 annual health and wellbeing subsidy
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive, motivated and fun team environment
• An inclusive workplace that fosters diversity
• Dress for your day office attire

To Apply

Even if you don't think you quite meet all the criteria, we'd still love to hear from you. Please click on the link provided to submit your application, ensuring your Resume and Cover Letter outlines your experience and qualifications. 

A pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening) is a requirement of the company, along with ability to hold a MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card).  Don't worry, if you don't hold an MSIC card, if successful, we will work with you to help you obtain it.  This role requires the incumbent to hold a valid driver's licence.

If you would like to understand more about the role you can email *********@fphgroup.com.au to request a copy of the Position Description.

Flinders Port Holdings can provide individual accessibility support that may be needed during your interview process. Please let us know of any accommodation that may assist in helping you feel more welcome by contacting our team on the email address above.

At Flinders Port Holdings, we're committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, all age groups, the LGBTIQA+ community, and culturally diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People. Our team values diverse perspectives, believing that they enhance our work environment and benefit our customers. Join us, and be part of a workplace where everyone belongs.